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		These Audio Tapes and Books are available through our Support Group and/or your local Christian Bookstore. AUDIO & VIDEO TAPES DivorceCare Audio Tapes: These tapes contain the soundtracks from videotapes used with the Divorce Aftercare support groups.  They cover the 13 sessions of topics related to separation and divorce.  The tapes average 35 minutes in length and feature top experts on divorce and recovery subjects.  Divorce Care Audio Tape Set. Kids Like Me  This is a wonderful audio tape for children ages 5-10 who are caught in the middle of a divorce.  Through music and dialog, this tape guides your children to reaffirm their self worth and find comfort in God's love.  Divorce And Remarriage  Dr. Tony Evans This videotape features an address by Dr. Evans on biblical teaching about marriage, separation, divorce and remarriage.  His dynamic presentation will help you understand what the Bible has to say about these issues and how its teaching applies to your life. The Road Home Stories Of Reconciliation The Road Home is a very special tape that features interviews with two couples who faced the challenges and joys of restoring their marriages.  This tape paints a realistic picture of what's involved in putting a marriage back together and will be a real encouragement to anyone who wants to explore reconciliation.  Audio &  Video Successful Singlehood  Dr. Tony Evans 40 Minute video talking about how single adults can find fulfillment by seeking a closer relationship with the  Lord.  Offers wise insight into single life. BOOKS: On Divorce Fresh Start Divorce Recovery Workbook   Bob Burns & Tom Whiteman A special interactive workbook designed to help you rebuild your life after divorce.  You'll learn how to move beyond bitterness; handle the many adjustments that come with divorce, regain your self-esteem and your faith in God. Life After Divorce     Dr. Jim Talley A guide to help single mothers face the realities of their situation following divorce, stabilize their lives and begin the process of recovery.  The book includes sections on male role models, dating, finances, reconciliation, church involvement, work, parenting and family. Single, Married, Separated & Life After Divorce  Dr. Myles Munroe Helps readers understand the importance of becoming an emotionally healthy "single" before entering a new relationship, and examines biblical concepts of marriage, separation and divorce. Single Again Handbook  Thomas Jones The subtitle "Finding Meaning and Fulfillment When You're Single Again" does a good job of describing the book.  There are sections on living alone, friendships, single parenting, sexuality and accepting responsibility for your life. When Your Son or Daughter Is Going Through Divorce  Dr. Thomas Whiteman & Debbie Barr This is an excellent book to help your family understand what is happening and how you are feeling.  They will read about practical ways they can help and learn of things they should not do. When The Vow Breaks  Joseph Kniskern Written by a Christian Attorney who has been through an unwanted divorce.  This book includes a section that is helpful in understanding the legal process and issues of divorce, including discussion of attorneys, mediation, custody issues and property settlements.  Each of these issues is examined from a biblical perspective. Healing For Damaged Emotions  Dr. David Seamands This classic book is designed to give you the tools to examine your life and find healing for the painful scars that cripple your emotions.  Has helped hundreds of thousands of readers deal honestly and successfully with their inner hurts. 144 pages Recovering From The Losses Of Life  H. Norman Wright A practical, relevant book to help recover from life's inevitable losses.  Helps one identify and grieve losses and adjust to the new lifestyle created because of those losses. Healing For The Empty Heart  Marion Duckworth A book written for women who feel empty and lonely inside, offering a spiritual journey out of emotional emptiness, loneliness, isolation, hurt and betrayal, into a healthy life through Jesus Christ. Lord, Heal My Hurts  Kay Arthur This book begins with the story of Kay Arthur's own divorce and the subsequent suicide of her husband.  It continues as a 13 week study on how God heals our emotional wounds. A Path Through Suffering  Elisabeth Elliot This book helps readers through the process of pain, suffering, grief and loss while discovering the joy of the Lord's presence as He guides us through such times. The Bible and Divorce And Marries Another  Dr. Craig S. Keener What the Bible teaches about divorce and how that teaching is relevant to your situation.  A respected, scholarly treatment of the New Testament teaching on marriage, divorce and remarriage supported by extensive research. What About Divorce?  Dr. Spiros Zodhiates An excellent, thorough study of New Testament teaching on divorce found in Matthew 5 and 19, Mark 10, Luke 16 and Romans 7.  Dr. Zodhiates worked from the original Greek text in preparing the book, which is a valuable reference volume for those interested in understanding biblical teaching on divorce. May I Divorce And Remarry?  Dr. Spiros Zodhiates A detailed, scholarly, verse-by-verse examination of the 1 Cor. 7 passage on divorce and remarriage.  This book is written in a style that is interesting and understandable for any person interested in this topic. Marriage, Divorce And Remarriage In The Bible  Jay E. Adams Examines relevant Old and New Testament passages in a clear and readable style.  Includes a section on applying confrontation as described in Matthew 18 to divorce situations. Children And Divorce Successful Single Parenting  Gary Richmond Helps a single parent balance the demands of parenting, earning a living, recovery from divorce and interaction with the "ex" spouse on issues related to the children.  Also examines remarriage and its effect on children. The Fresh Start Single Parenting Workbook  Dr. Thomas Whiteman and Randy Petersen This book will help you and your children adjust to the changes  and challenges that come with a family breakup.  In workbook format you'll develop a personal 3 step plan for working through the loss of a parenting partner, picking up the pieces and creating a healthy new lifestyle for you and your children. Prayers That Prevail For Your Children  Clift Richards & Lloyd Hildebrand These prayers can help you find God's protection, strength and guidance for your children, even during the trauma of divorce.  These prayers are a powerful tool for single parents who desire healing and wholeness for their children. Every Other Weekend  Kenneth Parker & Van Jones For non-custodial parents with suggestions on how to be an effective parent from a distance.  Covers topics such as emotional problems and adjustments, discipline issues, remarriage, child support and visitation. From One Single Mother To Another  Sandra P. Aldrich Written by a single mother, this book has helpful suggestions for dealing with loneliness, financial issues, housing, parenting and new relationships.  In a sensitive and uplifting manner, the author helps readers find ways to lean on the Lord to help with the massive task of being a single mother. Kids Caught In The Middle Workbook  Gary Sprague Any caring adult can use this book with a child to help them through their recovery. Kids Caught In The Middle Workbook For Teens  Gary Sprague For teenagers to use as part of their recovery.  Ideal for individuals or groups. Reconciliation Reconcilable Differences  Dr. Jim Talley Shows why reconciliation is worth the effort, how to resolve conflicts and to rebuild a relationship based on friendship, mutual love and trust. Separated and Waiting  Jan Northington Waiting to be reconciled or divorced can bring confusion, despair, and hopelessness.  This book offers the motivation and understanding you need to bring wholeness back into your life despite the uncertainty of your future or marriage. Hope For The Separated  Gary Chapman An excellent book for people who are separated.  The author suggests ways to work toward reconciliation, even if the  other person does not appear interested.  Has helped restore many marriages that appeared to be irreparable. Love Must Be Tough  Dr. James Dobson Important reading for a spouse trying to restore a marriage.  This book explores the concept of "loving toughness," especially when the other person is engaged in sinful behavior. Broken Vows  Dr. Les Carter Often, separation or divorce are triggered by the infidelity of one spouse.  Must such unfaithfulness always end in divorce?  This book shows how a marriage can survive an affair; how the couple can be healed; and how the marriage can be restored. Rekindled  Pat and Jill Williams Describes the death of a "perfect" 10-year marriage and the amazing story about how the relationship was restored to be an exciting, dynamic one that both could enjoy.  This true story is considered a classic on the subject of restoring a marriage. Conflict Resolution The Peacemaker  Ken Sande Christian attorney shows how to apply biblical principles to resolve conflicts.  Will give you some ideas on possible ways to avoid or minimize time in court and the related legal expenses.  Will help you develop a godly response to your situation. Financial Survival The Complete Financial Guide For Single Parents Larry Burkett Real-world advice for single parents on subjects like budgeting, facing the job market, understanding alimony and child support, and the three "budget busters" (housing, cars and kids). Your Career In Changing Times  Lee Ellis and Larry Burkett Helps readers plan careers and make employment decisions.  Helps one assess skills and interests, determine the needed education and training, prepare a resume and conduct a job search. When Your Ex Won't Pay  Nancy Palmer & Ana Tangel-Rodriquez Clearly explains the legal mechanism behind child support.  Helps determine a reasonable expectation for child support, what to expect from the legal system and what options are available if you are not receiving payments. The Financial Planning Workbook  Larry Burkett Helps readers create a personal budget.  Includes worksheets for many categories. Finding The Career That Fits You  Lee Ellis & Larry Burkett Helps determine skills and interests and pursue employment that is complimentary to those skills and interests.  Includes self administered personality and vocational interest tests. Forgiveness Forgive & Love Again  John Nieder & Thomas Thompson It is possible to forgive after divorce.  Helps overcome obstacles to forgiveness, deal with anger and bitterness, understand how to confront in love and work toward reconciliation of bruised relationships. Loneliness The Path Of Loneliness  Elisabeth Elliot Offers personal insight into loneliness and how she found peace by accepting her circumstances and offering them to God, who can then turn loneliness into something to be used in the lives of others. Why Be Lonely?  Dr. Les Carter It's natural to feel lonely when going through a divorce.  Helps you understand the many factors that contribute to these feelings and suggest steps you can take to overcome your sense of rejection and your loneliness. Anger When Anger Hits Home  Gary Jackson Oliver & H. Norman Wright Deals specifically with the effect of anger on family relationships.  Chapters on how anger affects men, women, children and marriages.  Helps identify anger style and the sources of anger. The Anger Workbook  Dr. Les Carter An interactive workbook designed to help you understand how unmet needs feed anger, how other emotions influence anger and how you can develop healthy ways of dealing with your anger. Depression Dark Clouds, Silver Linings  Dr. Archibald Hart Depression doesn't have to rule your life, even during divorce.  This book will help you understand what causes depression, how to cope with its negative effects and how to turn depression into a healing emotion. Dating And New Relationships Sex & Love When You're Single Again  Thomas F. Jones Written especially for people who are single because of divorce, this book offers practical suggestions on understanding your sexuality, defining the appropriate level of behavior (from a biblical perspective) and understanding the difference between sexual attraction and real love. Too Close Too Soon  Dr. Jim Talley & Bobbie Reed It's common for dating relationships to quickly advance to sexual relationships.  Helps to understand the danger of this progression, and how failure to build a friendship can lead to deep problems later in the relationship. Free To Love Again: Coming To Terms With Sexual Regret Dick Purnell Shows how to be free from past moral mistakes; how to get out of unhealthy relationships; how to get rid of feelings of guilt and regret; how to forgive yourself; and how to find God's forgiveness.  Helps turn past mistakes into important lessons and will prepare you for healthy relationships.
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